Galen Center Sports Fan Tips
Galen Center is a venue in or near Los Angeles that is most often used for Basketball
Safety at Galen Center?
All bags are subject to search upon entry and no re-entry is allowed. USC Game Management and on site security is visible throughout the facility and encourage guests to alert them with any concerns. The surrounding neighborhood has had some crime activity over the past few years.
Best Food and Drink at Galen Center?
Limited options available but include the usual stadium fare such as nachos, popcorn, candy, peanuts, hot dogs, turkey wraps, chicken Caesar salad – prices ranging from $3.50 to $7.50. Coke products provided along with bottled water, Powerade, and Vitamin Water – prices ranging from $3.50 to $4.50. There are some mobile food carts offering some other options but they aren't always open for every game/event.
Galen Center seating?
Very open facility with great seats pretty much everywhere. Seats are comfortable. Tickets range from $22 to $35 depending on where you chose to sit and the proximity to the court.
Best Bars near Galen Center?
901 Bar & Grill has excellent staff, a good mix of college students and regular patrons, awesome happy hour specials, inexpensive drinks. Their wings are a one of their signatures and are a must have. Other typical bar food type options. Great atmosphere. Another notable choice is McKay's – an upscale restaurant, lounge and bar located next to the Radisson Hotel at USC. They serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner – with some healthier options available as well as vegetarian and gluten free. Large menu with anywhere from salads to full steak/fish entrees. Full bar.
Best restaurants near Galen Center?
La Taquiza is a popular authentic Mexican restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner. Everything is house made and fresh. They offer a vegetarian menu. Generous portions and reasonably priced. Philippe's is "Home of the French Dipped Sandwich” and offers a variety of choices from breakfast to sandwiches, soups, award winning chili, desserts, and more. Take out available. Wine and Beer. Fun atmosphere and affordable.
Best Insider tip at Galen Center?
If you choose to take public transportation to the Galen Center, the MTA's Metro Expo Line has a conveniently located station across the street which will save you the parking $$. Advanced planning for events at this venue is usually not necessary as they are rarely sold out.
Galen Center parking?
There are 3 parking lots close by the arena – prices range around $15. Public parking is also available for $10.
What to expect from the Galen Center crowd?
Attendance varies depending on the type of event, the opponent, and team placing. Fans are relatively tame for the most part with the student section being on the more lively side and rallying the crowd. There is an in-house DJ that you'll hear throughout the games.